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Government launches secure NMMS app update for rural worker attendance

The Ministry of Rural Development announced on 23 October 2026 the launch of an upgraded National Mobile Monitoring System (NMMS) app to record attendance for the VB-G RAM G scheme. Developed with IIT Madras, the app uses AI-based face verification and device security to prevent fraudulent wage claims, while allowing offline recording in areas without network access.

Read the explainer Press release 2327556Official release from pib.gov.in ↗
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MoU signed to boost livelihood and skills for Scheduled Tribe youth in Odisha

The Ministry of Tribal Affairs announced on 22 October 2026 the signing of a Tripartite MoU to strengthen livelihood and entrepreneurship for Scheduled Tribe (ST) youth. This collaboration involves the National Scheduled Tribes Finance and Development Corporation, the National Skill Development Corporation, and the Rourkela Steel Plant to operate the Livelihood Business Incubation Centre in Rourkela, Odisha.

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local ST youths
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On 22 October 2026: Signing of Tripartite MoU (+1 more) · Rourkela, Odisha
Press release 2326841Official release from pib.gov.in ↗ Explainer
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Ministry of Tribal Affairs
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22 October 2026
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States showcase agrivoltaic plans at World Conference 2026

The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy reported on 22 October 2026 the highlights of the second day of the AgriVoltaics World Conference 2026. The event focused on combining solar power generation with agriculture to optimize land use and increase farmer income.

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agrivoltaic project sites
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Until 1 January 2030: Odisha's agrivoltaic target of 1 GW (+1 more) · Odisha
Press release 2326832Official release from pib.gov.in ↗ Explainer
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Ministry of New and Renewable Energy
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Union Minister inaugurates 14th India Chem 2026 in Mumbai

The Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers announced on 22 October 2026 the inauguration of the 14th India Chem 2026 in Mumbai. This three-day international exhibition and conference aims to attract investments and promote sustainable growth in the chemicals and petrochemicals sector.

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industry leaders, policymakers, investors, researchers and international participants
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From 22 October 2026: India Chem 2026 event (+2 more) · Mumbai
Press release 2326667Official release from pib.gov.in ↗ Explainer
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Government pushes for Panchayat-led management of rural water supply systems

The Department of Drinking Water and Sanitation, Ministry of Jal Shakti, announced on 22 October 2026 that it held a virtual conference to align Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) 2.0 with 16th Finance Commission grants. The initiative aims to shift focus from building new infrastructure to maintaining existing systems through Gram Panchayat-led planning and sustainable financing.

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rural households
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On 1 September 2026: Departmental Summit on Water 2026 (+1 more) · Several states
Press release 2326649Official release from pib.gov.in ↗ Explainer
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India Chem 2026 exhibition begins in Mumbai on October 22

The Department of Chemicals and Petrochemicals, Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers, announced on 21 October 2026 that it will organize the 14th India Chem 2026 from October 22 to 24, 2026, in Mumbai. This biennial event, held in partnership with FICCI, aims to showcase India's industrial capabilities and investment opportunities in the chemicals and petrochemicals sector under the theme “Advantage Bharat: An Emerging Global Chemicals Hub”.

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chemical and petrochemical industry stakeholders
When · Where
On 22 October 2026: 14th India Chem 2026 · Mumbai
Press release 2325901Official release from pib.gov.in ↗ Explainer
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India targets 105.56 GW pumped storage capacity by 2035-36

The Press Information Bureau announced on 19 October 2026 that India is scaling up Pumped Storage Projects (PSPs), which act as "water batteries" to store renewable energy. The Central Electricity Authority has mapped a pathway to commission 100.81 GW of new projects by 2035-36, bringing total capacity to 105.56 GW.

Who it affects
Pumped Storage Projects; off-stream closed-loop pumped storage schemes
When · Where
By 30 June 2028: deadline for PSPs to be awarded for construction to receive ISTS charge waiver (+3 more) · Several states
Press release 2324992Official release from pib.gov.in ↗ Explainer
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PIB Delhi
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